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STEAM Tweens: Circuit Flowers (3rd-5th Grade)

6:00pm–7:00pm
Grade School
STEAM Class
Registration Required
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Acorn Room
Age Group: Grade School
Program Type: STEAM Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

Spring approaches! Join us as we create light up flower bouquets to welcome the season.

Disclaimer(s)

Due to room capacity and staffing limitations, any groups (including but not limited to preschools, schools, day care centers, senior centers, etc.) wishing to attend will only be admitted if there is space available at the time of the program. Scheduled tours, visits, and storytimes are available to groups upon request and dependent on scheduling and staffing availability. 

The Library may take photos, videos, and audio recordings at the Library and during library events to use in its publicity materials and on its website and social media sites. The Library reserves the right to document its services and the public’s use of the library building and grounds. These photographs, videos, and audio recordings may be copied, displayed, televised, and published (including on any library website or social media site). Any individual that does not wish the Library to use a photograph or video of them or their child should inform a library staff member prior to or while such photographs or videos are being taken. 

The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request special accommodations, please contact the Library at least ten business days prior to a scheduled program.
 

This event is in the "Grade School" group

STEAM Kids: Birds, Blooms, & Butterflies (K-2nd Grade)

6:00pm–7:00pm
Grade School
STEAM Class
Registration Required
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Acorn Room
Age Group: Grade School
Program Type: STEAM Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

Welcome, Spring! This month we'll learn about the friendly faces we start to see in the spring. Join us as we learn about flowers, and birds, and butterflies, Oh My!

Disclaimer(s)

Due to room capacity and staffing limitations, any groups (including but not limited to preschools, schools, day care centers, senior centers, etc.) wishing to attend will only be admitted if there is space available at the time of the program. Scheduled tours, visits, and storytimes are available to groups upon request and dependent on scheduling and staffing availability. 

The Library may take photos, videos, and audio recordings at the Library and during library events to use in its publicity materials and on its website and social media sites. The Library reserves the right to document its services and the public’s use of the library building and grounds. These photographs, videos, and audio recordings may be copied, displayed, televised, and published (including on any library website or social media site). Any individual that does not wish the Library to use a photograph or video of them or their child should inform a library staff member prior to or while such photographs or videos are being taken. 

The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request special accommodations, please contact the Library at least ten business days prior to a scheduled program.
 

This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers/PreK" group

STEAM Tots: Storybook Science (3-5yo in preschool w/caregiver)

6:00pm–7:00pm
Babies/Toddlers/PreK
STEAM Class
Registration Required
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Acorn Room
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers/PreK
Program Type: STEAM Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a fun filled night of fairytale themed experiments and challenges!

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Drop offs will not be permitted. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Any siblings under the age of 8 must be supervised by an adult while in the Library or join their adult and sibling in the program. 

Due to room capacity and staffing limitations, any groups (including but not limited to preschools, schools, day care centers, senior centers, etc.) wishing to attend will only be admitted if there is space available at the time of the program. Scheduled tours, visits, and storytimes are available to groups upon request and dependent on scheduling and staffing availability. 

The Library may take photos, videos, and audio recordings at the Library and during library events to use in its publicity materials and on its website and social media sites. The Library reserves the right to document its services and the public’s use of the library building and grounds. These photographs, videos, and audio recordings may be copied, displayed, televised, and published (including on any library website or social media site). Any individual that does not wish the Library to use a photograph or video of them or their child should inform a library staff member prior to or while such photographs or videos are being taken. 

Late Open

9:30am–11:00am
Closing
Branches:
Crete Public Library District
This event is in the "Grade School" group

STEAM Tweens: Rain Problems (3rd-5th)

6:00pm–7:00pm
Grade School
STEAM Class
Registration Required
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Acorn Room
Age Group: Grade School
Program Type: STEAM Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

Rain doesn't just bring gloomy skies, it can also bring problems that need solving. Join us as we work to solve some of the problems that rain can bring. 

Disclaimer(s)

Due to room capacity and staffing limitations, any groups (including but not limited to preschools, schools, day care centers, senior centers, etc.) wishing to attend will only be admitted if there is space available at the time of the program. Scheduled tours, visits, and storytimes are available to groups upon request and dependent on scheduling and staffing availability. 

The Library may take photos, videos, and audio recordings at the Library and during library events to use in its publicity materials and on its website and social media sites. The Library reserves the right to document its services and the public’s use of the library building and grounds. These photographs, videos, and audio recordings may be copied, displayed, televised, and published (including on any library website or social media site). Any individual that does not wish the Library to use a photograph or video of them or their child should inform a library staff member prior to or while such photographs or videos are being taken. 

The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request special accommodations, please contact the Library at least ten business days prior to a scheduled program.
 

This event is in the "Families" group
This event is in the "Grade School" group

Book Drop Science: Nature Detectives (Families w/kids 4+)

1:00pm–2:00pm
Families, Grade School
STEAM Class
Registration Required
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Families, Grade School
Program Type: STEAM Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

Introducing a new 4-part family STEM program! In this program kids 4 and up and their grownups will watch a short video featuring a professional scientist and learn about interesting STEM careers.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Drop offs will not be permitted. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Any siblings under the age of 8 must be supervised by an adult while in the Library or join their adult and sibling in the program. 

Due to room capacity and staffing limitations, any groups (including but not limited to preschools, schools, day care centers, senior centers, etc.) wishing to attend will only be admitted if there is space available at the time of the program. Scheduled tours, visits, and storytimes are available to groups upon request and dependent on scheduling and staffing availability. 

The Library may take photos, videos, and audio recordings at the Library and during library events to use in its publicity materials and on its website and social media sites. The Library reserves the right to document its services and the public’s use of the library building and grounds. These photographs, videos, and audio recordings may be copied, displayed, televised, and published (including on any library website or social media site). Any individual that does not wish the Library to use a photograph or video of them or their child should inform a library staff member prior to or while such photographs or videos are being taken. 

This event is in the "Grade School" group

STEAM Kids: Rain Rain Go Away (K-2nd)

6:00pm–7:00pm
Grade School
STEAM Class
Registration Required
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Acorn Room
Age Group: Grade School
Program Type: STEAM Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

Let's get through the gloomy rain season by learning a little bit about it! Join us as we enjoy rain themed learning and experiments.

Disclaimer(s)

Due to room capacity and staffing limitations, any groups (including but not limited to preschools, schools, day care centers, senior centers, etc.) wishing to attend will only be admitted if there is space available at the time of the program. Scheduled tours, visits, and storytimes are available to groups upon request and dependent on scheduling and staffing availability. 

The Library may take photos, videos, and audio recordings at the Library and during library events to use in its publicity materials and on its website and social media sites. The Library reserves the right to document its services and the public’s use of the library building and grounds. These photographs, videos, and audio recordings may be copied, displayed, televised, and published (including on any library website or social media site). Any individual that does not wish the Library to use a photograph or video of them or their child should inform a library staff member prior to or while such photographs or videos are being taken. 

The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request special accommodations, please contact the Library at least ten business days prior to a scheduled program.
 

This event is in the "Babies/Toddlers/PreK" group

STEAM Tots: Mini Meteorologists (Ages 3-5 with Caregiver)

6:00pm–7:00pm
Babies/Toddlers/PreK
STEAM Class
Registration Required
Library Branch: Crete Public Library District
Room: Acorn Room
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers/PreK
Program Type: STEAM Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

April showers bring May flowers, but the gloomy weather is so hard to get through! Join us as we become meteorologists for a day and learn to predict and understand the weather around us. 

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Drop offs will not be permitted. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Any siblings under the age of 8 must be supervised by an adult while in the Library or join their adult and sibling in the program. 

Due to room capacity and staffing limitations, any groups (including but not limited to preschools, schools, day care centers, senior centers, etc.) wishing to attend will only be admitted if there is space available at the time of the program. Scheduled tours, visits, and storytimes are available to groups upon request and dependent on scheduling and staffing availability. 

The Library may take photos, videos, and audio recordings at the Library and during library events to use in its publicity materials and on its website and social media sites. The Library reserves the right to document its services and the public’s use of the library building and grounds. These photographs, videos, and audio recordings may be copied, displayed, televised, and published (including on any library website or social media site). Any individual that does not wish the Library to use a photograph or video of them or their child should inform a library staff member prior to or while such photographs or videos are being taken. 

The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request special accommodations, please contact the Library at least ten business days prior to a scheduled program.
 

Memorial Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Crete Public Library District

4th of July

All Day 7/3–7/4
Closing
Branches:
Crete Public Library District

Labor Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Crete Public Library District

Thanksgiving Eve

5:00pm–8:00pm
Closing
Branches:
Crete Public Library District

Thanksgiving

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Crete Public Library District

Christmas Eve

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Crete Public Library District

Christmas Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Crete Public Library District

New Year's Eve

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Crete Public Library District